A sect of Orthodox Jews that arose out of a pietistic movement originating in eastern Europe in the second half of the 18th century; a sect that follows the Mosaic law strictly.

synonyms: Chasidim, Chassidim, Hasidim, Hassidim.

Polish: chasydyzm

Beliefs and practices of a sect of Orthodox Jews.

synonyms: Chasidism, Chassidism, Hassidism.